Amazon has officially purchased 32 acres in Foundation Park to develop a new last-mile distribution facility, strengthening its already significant presence in Sioux Falls. This acquisition places Amazon in a rapidly growing logistics corridor and reflects the company’s confidence in the region’s infrastructure, workforce, and long-term economic potential.
This new facility is expected to complement Amazon’s existing regional fulfillment center across the street, improving delivery speed, transportation efficiency, and service capacity for customers throughout the Upper Midwest.
A Strategic Win for Sioux Falls
Foundation Park continues to prove itself as one of the most transformative economic assets in the state of South Dakota. Designed with transportation, utilities, and industrial infrastructure in mind, the park has become a magnet for large-scale, high-impact development.
Key advantages include: direct access to I-29 and I-90, rail connectivity for regional freight distribution, build-ready parcels with full utilities and fiber, and immediate proximity to workforce and urban amenities.
This combination of ready-to-go infrastructure and logistics strength is exactly what companies like Amazon seek when planning long-term investments.
Economic Impact: More Growth, More Jobs, More Momentum
Amazon’s expansion reinforces Sioux Falls as an emerging regional distribution hub. The economic ripple effects extend well beyond the boundaries of Foundation Park.
Workforce & Employment
- The new last-mile facility is expected to add significant new jobs to the area.
- Amazon’s existing facility has already become a major employer, helping diversify and stabilize the local job market.
Tax Base & Infrastructure Investment
- Foundation Park is part of a Tax Increment Financing district, meaning new development helps fund roads, utilities, and improvements that benefit the entire region.
- Increased property valuation strengthens the city’s long-term revenue outlook.
Catalyst for Additional Development
- Amazon’s continued investment signals to other companies that Sioux Falls is a reliable and strategic location for logistics and manufacturing expansion.
- Multiple industries, healthcare supply, cold storage, manufacturing, and transportation—have already set roots within the park, creating a diversified, resilient economic base.
Foundation Park: A Decade of Vision Becoming Reality
In less than ten years, Foundation Park has evolved from a long-term economic vision into a thriving industrial anchor. Its growth has fueled:
- Hundreds of millions of dollars in construction investment
- A steady pipeline of new business expansions
- Regional job creation in logistics, distribution, and advanced manufacturing
- Strengthened transportation networks connecting Sioux Falls to national markets
With Amazon expanding again, Foundation Park’s trajectory remains upward—reinforcing Sioux Falls as a leader in economic development across the Midwest.
What This Means for Our Community
The impact of Amazon’s 32-acre purchase reaches far beyond one company or one project.
For Residents:
- More local job opportunities
- Enhanced delivery speed and service
- Stronger long-term economic stability
For Businesses:
- Increased regional freight and distribution capacity
- Greater access to industrial services and suppliers
- A growing customer and workforce base
For the City:
- A strengthened tax base
- Increased investment in public infrastructure
- Forward momentum toward becoming a national logistics hub
A Stronger Sioux Falls, Built for the Future
Amazon’s decision to grow again in Foundation Park is more than a land purchase—it’s a powerful endorsement of Sioux Falls’ economic strategy, workforce, and community vision.
As Foundation Park continues to expand, Sioux Falls is positioned not only for growth, but for national relevance as a center for distribution, innovation, and industrial development.